Mikel Arteta, the head coach of "Arsenal," urged his players to accept constructive criticism and demonstrate their character after a 2:2 draw against "Wolverhampton Wanderers." The London team started the match confidently, establishing a two-goal lead, but completely lost control of the game after the break. The opponent took advantage of defensive mistakes and managed not only to reduce the deficit but also to equalize in stoppage time.
After the match, Arteta noted that his team did not show the level necessary to compete for the title. He emphasized that the criticism directed at the players is quite fair, as they did not display the required quality on the field and must now prove otherwise in the upcoming games. Statistics from the second half indicate that "Arsenal" had only one shot on target and was outperformed by the opponent in terms of passes, frequently losing possession of the ball.
The pressure on the team is increasing in the title race. Despite "Arsenal" holding the top position, the gap to "Manchester City" is only five points, with the opponent having one game in hand. Ahead for "Arsenal" is a crucial match against "Tottenham Hotspur," which could significantly change the standings in the table. Arteta stressed that the team needs to deliver results in the next match rather than make excuses with words.
